NORWAY

THE TRIBUTE (SANDNES NORWAY)

SANDNES ROCKEKLUBB “TRIBUTE” has a main goal to find new bands and give them a stage to play on, we work on a voluntary basis and have approximately 55 shows a year with mostly bands in the metal/hard rock family. We are very pleased to be part of the M2TM and tying bonds over to the UK.

MANCHESTER

REBELLION

Rebellion Manchester is a 500 capacity live-music venue located in the heart of Manchester City Centre. There are pool tables, many seated areas, a large beer garden and two bar areas, all creating a spacious and welcoming atmosphere for all visitors.
22nd January 2017 – Launch Party and free BBQ
Representatives from 48 qualifying bands will be present in order to select their position in the 12 Heats. Please see the attached spreadsheet for dates and layout of the Heats to Finals. These positions will be chosen at random out of a ‘hat’ and immediately placed onto the Heats Board which will be present in the venue throughout the competition in order to advertise accordingly. Live music performances will feature throughout the Launch Party in order to showcase the venue’s high quality tech specifications. A free BBQ will be available to all, served in the sheltered area of the Beer Garden.
After the Launch Party, following Sundays will be a series of 12 Heats, 4 Quarter Finals, 2 Semi Finals and 1 Final. Dates are listed on the spreadsheet. Throughout the competition it is our duty and pleasure to advertise via all available online and physical platforms, whilst keeping artists informed in a professional manner. We are determined for this to be a series of fun and entertaining events, culminating in the party of the decade!

WOLVERHAMPTON

THE GIFFARD ARMS

For many people a visit to the pub is a diversion into their third dimension - the first being at home and the second the workplace - and this unique pub in particular lives up to its third dimension / twilight zone reputation.
On this site we endeavour to give a little of the relaxed and friendly ( if a little bizarre ) feeling we strive for in the pub itself, where you can meet up and talk with friends, where there is always something going on & where the pressures of everyday life slip away over a cold drink and a good conversation
If you`ve not already paid us a visit, then come and join us soon & take a sip from the devils cup.

BRISTOL

THE EXCHANGE

Exchange is a versatile 250 capacity live music and club space, situated in the heart of Bristol’s city centre. After hosting the semi-finals last year they‘ve joined forces with 2015 winners Mortishead and they will now be the hosts of M2TM, Bristol region, in 2017. Together they are committed in helping Bloodstock find the best from the Bristol/Southwest region to grace the Newblood Stage.

BIRMINGHAM

THE ROADHOUSE

The roadhouse venue in Birmingham is an independent 250 capacity live music venue and hosts all types of live music events from acoustic nights to heavy metal all dayers, from unsigned local bands to touring national and international acts. The events are intimate to fans and professional to the artist with house sound and light technicians and backstage facilities for headline acts. The roadhouse Birmingham is now in it’s 6th year of hosting the Birmingham heats for the metal to the masses competition – all of which have been awesome shows with an electric atmosphere and camaraderie! 2012: Birmingham death-metallers Kataleptic were overall winners 2013: winners gehtika stormed the final to a sell out crowd 2014: both Eradikator and Aceldama secured slots at bloodstock at the 2014 final! 2015: both burden of the noose and the Mighty Wraith were chosen to perform on the hollowed grounds at Bloodstock. 2016: Face of Ruin and Valous both smashed it … so we will see the roadhouse host the competition for the 6th time and it is gearing up to be even better than before! Apply now for your band to take part in the Birmingham heats for metal to the masses at the roadhouse Birmingham.

BOURNEMOUTH

THE ANVIL

The Anvil is Bournemouth's premier rock bar and venue and hosts a wide variety of genres all year round. With a backbar of over 100 spirits, a rock jukebox, friendly atmosphere and an ever growing reputation for live music by hosting national and international touring bands.

SELBY

THE VENUE

The Venue is on the site of the old Greens furniture shop on Ousegate in the historical market town of Selby. Right opposite the river Ouse this vast space has been converted into a 300 capacity live venue with the addition of local band rehearsal rooms. It has a state of the art PA, lighting rig, DJ booth and A/V equipment and is perfectly positioned to host the very best specialist club events and functions pre and post gigs.
To enquire about hiring the venue or booking a gig email us at info@venueselby.co.uk

LINCOLNSHIRE

CAFE INDIEPENDANT

Lizard King Promotions is honoured to be asked back to represent Lincolnshire for M2TM for a 2nd year in a row with Cafe INDIEpendant.
Café INDIEpendent... Coffee and Music House... Art and Gigs Venue.

OXFORD

THE BULLINGDON

The Bullingdon is in the heart of the student living district of Oxford. Being a medium capacity venue (300) it attracts many genres of bands including rock and metal. It’s a well known venue in Oxford. Celebrating over 20 years of Gigs, Clubs and live performance - showcasing Local, National and International touring acts - and some of the scenes leading DJ's

LONDON

NAMBUCCA / THE SCALA

This will be Monsta’s 6th successful year for M2TM.
Last year we made Nambucca in Holloway (a metal friendly venue) our new home.
M2TM LDN now has a firm reputation for embracing the Metal 2 The Masses initiative as well as cementing the relationship of London’s metal family – bands and fans alike, uncovering the best of the Capitals New Blood.

HITCHIN

CLUB 85

Dedicated 300 capacity live music venue.
24’ x 13’x 3’ stage.
Full decent PA, lights, bar, merch area, small dressing room.
Limited Parking available.
Disabled access but no wheelchair friendly toilet facilities.
Age limit 16+ but younger patrons can be signed in at the door if accompanied by a grown up.
Club 85 has been the local home for live metal for the past 20 years, and has seen many bands grow that have grown up on our stage.

NOTTINGHAM

THE MAZE

The maze has in recent years become somewhat of a legendary venue. Mixing a host of underground club nights and alternative band nights, it has become a linchpin in the ever growing music community of Nottingham city.
A strong supporter of local bands, The Maze hosts regular gigs for local musicians and has had some of the UK’s finest talents grace it’s stage. Bands such as Evil Scarecrow, Lawnmower deth, Black Tongue, Black Spiders, The Algorithm have passed through the venue.

MERSEYSIDE

EBGB’S

A new bar and club is rocking Liverpool down to its very core and there’s nothing you can do to stop it!
EBGB’s Basement has been known for crazy late nights for longer than most of you people have been alive. Refreshingly unique, wonderfully insane and undeniably spectacular, EBGB’s is the club you’ve always wanted but never dared to go!

BURNLEY

SANCTUARY

Sanctuary Rock Bar has been THE alternative venue in Burnley for 11 years. Established in 2005 out of a passion for live music, Sanctuary provides a pub, club, live music venue and all round safe haven for the alternative community. Building on the success of two previous years, we are proud to be associated with Bloodstock and Metal to the Masses again in 2017.

DEVON & CORNWALL

LIVEWIRE

Livewire is a small 250 capacity venues situated on the banks of the river tamar. Livewire is a UK Charity giving young people opportunities around music, the venue however is of high quality and has as well as hosting many local young bands has also hosted The Damned, Funeral For a Friend, Phil Campbell (Motorhead) and many more. The venue has an impressive back line.

CARDIFF

FUEL

Founded in 2006, Fuel has gone from strength to strength and continues to set the standard for Rock Clubs.
Now in its new full-time home at Fuel Rock Club on Womanby Street, it has continued to attract the craziest rockers in Cardiff and south Wales, as well as the cream of touring bands.
Although Fuel has been home to the Metal 2 The Masses – South Wales initiative for a few years now, 2016 saw the venue take over the running of the competition with local Death Metalers “Agrona” being victorious.
Fuel is now poised and ready to kick off the biggest South Wales M2TM platform to date, with a shed load of new talent waiting to give it what they’ve got!

COVENTRY

THE ARCHES

FATangel and Fargo Events, in association with The Underground Ascending presents Metal 2 The Masses at Arches Venue Coventry.
Arches venue is the city’s leading live music venue, a 350 capacity venue who regularly host events from the best of the best from the UK underground metal scene.
Arches Venue is Coventry’s home of metal. Where better to host Metal 2 The Masses.

CARLISLE

THE BRICKYARD

The Brickyard is Carlisle's premier and only full time live music venue and has hosted some of the biggest names in music past and present.
Formally known as The Richmond Hall, or The Richmond Memorial Hall, the venue itself is over 100 years old and has been a key figure in the Carlisle music scene. The Richmond Hall was built as Saint Mary’s Parish Rooms, named in honour of the late Canon Thomas Richmond of Canon Carlisle Cathedral.
After a long absence, The Richmond Hall was renovated and it's doors opened on new year's eve 2002 to the new name of The Brickyard. Ideally situated between Newcaste and Glasgow, The Brickyard is a 350 capacity venue.

INVERNESS

MAD HATTERS

Located on the 1st floor of Hootananny, Inverness’ only rock and metal club, Mad Hatter’s, hosts M2TM 2017 North of Scotland final. Situated in the city centre Mad Hatter’s hold 80 – 90 people and has purpose built PA and lighting systems.
2016 saw the first year of Inverness’ M2TM involvement with blistering success! Highland band Seed of Sorrow playing to a full house, secured their slot at The New Blood stage with brutal passion. After 2016’s success Inverness’ metal scene is poised waiting for round two!

BELFAST

VOODOO

This will be the 3rd year the Voodoo has hosted some of the heats, semi-finals and final of the M2M competition. The venue is one of the cornerstones of live metal events in Belfast, having played host to a wealth of local talent, as well as bands such as Diamond Head, Raging Speedhorn, Aura Noir, Exhumed, Negura Bunget and a whole host of others! It’s ideal for touring bands and local shows alike and has successfully celebrated its 5th birthday in 2016

SWINDON

THE VICTORIA

The Victoria is one of Swindons oldest and busiest venues I'm town. Having always hosted a variety of live music it's an ideal venue to host Metal 2 The Masses. We had a great showing last year for all 4 heats and a PACKED final show to send off Heriot to BOA2016!

BRIGHTON

GREEN DOOR STORE

Back for a 4th year in Brighton Jackhammer Promotions and The Green Door Store bring the M2TM to you, after 3 incredibly successful events where the best of Brighton has competed. Tucked away under Brighton train station is where you can find us.

LEICESTER

THE FIREBUG / THE DE MONTFORT HALL

Leicestershire's premier rock/metal venue is proud to see the Metal 2 the Masses return again in 2017, with a 400 capacity bar and 150 capacity venue above we have already seen some major acts come to play , Katatonia , Raging Speedhorn amongst others have all graced our stage And that's until we get to the final, held once again at the legendary DeMontfort Hall a 2,400-capacity venue with its own legacy.

GLASGOW

IVORY BLACKS

Ivory Blacks is a 300 Capacity Live music Venue in the city centre of Glasgow, we have hosted the Scottish/ Glasgow heats and final of Bloodstock Metal 2 the masses since 2008,If your band is from Scotland and interested in competing in the heats of M2TM217Glasgow please send an email with the heading “m2tm2017entry” to ivoryblacksglasgow@googlemail.com or contact the facebook page https://www.facebook.com/m2tmscotland

NEWCASTLE

TRILLIANS

Trillians Rock Bar is a genuine iconic venue for rock and metal fans. The “Wall of Fame” listing some of the fantastic bands who’ve played there over the years. The bar had had some well-documented rocky times, but the current ownership team of long-serving sound guy Dave Hills and long-term regular Barbara Blair have restored glory and pride to the establishment. Focusing on many amazing up and coming bands, along with the odd touring icon (Jizzy Pearl one of many acts to play there at his request) there’s a real buzz that’s got the rock crowd excited again.
In 2016, the M2TM Heats were held in Trillians and this attracted a good mixture of regulars and people there to cheer their favourites which led to many a good night. We’re pleased to be running the full run there this time so fans can see the full journey under one roof.